Noobie needs help with a Batman!

[HappyFish]

Originally Posted by Playinwittime

Agree with #21. While I’d prefer the oyster to the jubilee on the BLNO, the difference is small enough that the 3285 and 70 hour power reserve should make up or nearly make up for it. Wait until the new releases in Oct. and then try to purchase at an AD. Failing that, grey should sell only $2k-ish over MSRP by that time IMO.

Maybe a Joker?!

[Batmannr1]

Originally Posted by c.mace

Hi everybody!

I've been thinking of buying myself a Rolex 116710BLNR and I have some questions about it. I dont really have alot of experience when it comes to watches, so I would be very greatful if you could help me answer my questions.

How has market reacted since they said it would be discontinued? Has the price dropped or increased?

And what do you think will happen in the future, lets say 2 years from now? Will it be more expensive or will the price drop from today?

How worth do you think a 116710BLNR from 2014 is? My friend is selling one and I would like to see with you guys how worth you think it is, since he just follow the prices of chrono24.

Any information and help are welcome!

I would not buy the oyster BLNR for the current inflated Chrono24 prices. Pre-Basel prices of the 116710 BLNR already increased a lot, the market was anticipating the BLNR would be discontinued.The 116710 BLNR is produced for 5 years in massive quantities. A lot of Batmans will be around on the second hand market for many years to come. Just have patience.

[jsausley]

Very surprised at how many people think the discontinued BLNR will go down in value. Most watch bloggers and journalists have said the exact opposite and I agree with them. The first iteration BLNR was:

- The first Rolex with a bicolor ceramic bezel.

- The only Rolex ever with a bicolor ceramic bezel on an Ouster bracelet.

- The first Rolex with black and blue colors.

- More popular than the Jubilee at a rate of about 70% to 30%.

- No longer in production.

- Capable of being equipped with a Jubilee or an Oyster whereas the new one can only be equipped with a Jubilee.

I see the prices only continuing to trend upward.

[JacksonStone]

Originally Posted by jsausley

The first iteration BLNR was:

- The only Rolex ever with a bicolor ceramic bezel on an Ouster bracelet.

That part is false. It's the only all-stainless Rolex with a bicolor ceramic bezel on an Oyster bracelet. However, there have been four WG Pepsis on Oyster, as well as the RG and TT root beers.

[jsausley]

True, I meant on a stainless Oyster.

[JacksonStone]

Also, while I'm at it...

Originally Posted by jsausley

- More popular than the Jubilee at a rate of about 70% to 30%.

If I read you right, that number is based on one YouTube channel's unscientific viewer's poll. That comes with a pretty big margin of error - and that's being generous, since margins of error really only apply to scientifically conducted polls. A poll like the one you cite has no statistical validity.

Originally Posted by jsausley

Capable of being equipped with a Jubilee or an Oyster whereas the new one can only be equipped with a Jubilee.

True, but not the same Jubilee as on the BLRO or newer BLNR. One has to use an older-style Jubilee with a different endlink. Those who like the newer style will have to go with the newer watch.

Originally Posted by jsausley

I see the prices only continuing to trend upward.

You might be right, but your data requires a lot of qualification. Given that, and that you own one, I have to question if you're objective in your assessment.

[Caynuck]

Most conversations always gear to the value of a watch. No matter how much we enjoy the watch enjoy horology we always comeback and want to the know the value of the watch. Whether it’s a vintage piece or modern. So I don’t see what’s wrong with people asking about value...present and future. I get it enjoy the watch get what you like don’t look at it being an investment. But most people who spend $10K+ on a watch no matter their net worth will always weigh the odds and make sure this is the right decision. Will the BLNR continue on this crazy upward trend in price who knows ask me this question in 5yrs.